Job Title: Surgical Technician\/Import Coordinator
Posted by: LifeNet Health on Oct 18, 2021
Location:
Richmond , VAJob Description:
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Surgical Technician/Import Coordinator
Location: Richmond, VA
Department: Transplant & Tissue Services
Job Type: Full-Time
Shift: Variable
LifeNet Health is searching for talented individuals who will embrace our mission of saving lives, restoring health, and giving hope.
LifeNet Health, headquartered in Virginia Beach, Virginia, is the largest nonprofit organ procurement organization ("OPO") and tissue processor in the United States, as well as a leading innovator in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. Our goal is to improve the quality of human life through the provision of organs, tissues and cells for transplantation; to provide innovation in the fields of bio-implants, regenerative medicine and research; and, to serve the community with educational and support services that enhance the donation process. LifeNet Health has over 1200 employees and has a growing global presence.
How you will contribute to LifeNet Health's success:
The Surgical Technician/Import Coordinator position handles the surgical scrub role, and the import organ offers from transplant centers. You will anticipate the needs of the surgeon and will be responsible for the support needed involving instruments, supplies, and equipment during the surgical procedure. The role ensures quality patient care during the operative procedure and is responsible for constant vigil for maintenance of the sterile field. This role will also be responsible for arranging transportation (ground and air) for the Organ Recovery Coordinator, recovering surgeon and/or just the organ. You will also handle Kidney Perfusion of imported and/or locally recovered kidneys. This position will also be responsible for flyouts which include flying with surgeons for organs when needed with the expectation of exhibiting performance in a manner that exemplifies the mission, attributes, and values of LifeNet Health.
What you'll do:
Preoperative Duties: Donning Organ Recovery (OR) attire and personal protective equipment (PPE). Gathers, checks, and opens supplies and equipment needed for the surgical procedure. Performs the surgical scrub, and donning gown and gloves. Sets up the sterile back table and Mayo stand with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications/solutions needed for the procedure. Assists the team members with gowning and gloving. Assists with draping the patient and establishing the sterile field. Participates in the surgical site and patient verification during the time out procedure. Secures tubing, cords, and other sterile accessories.Intraoperative Duties: Prepares and anticipates additional instrumentation, equipment, and supplies for usage during the procedure. Anticipates the needs of the surgeon by passing instruments and supplies to surgeon during procedure. Measures and passes medications, hemostatic agents and irrigation solutions utilized during the surgical procedure. Holds retractors or instruments as directed by the surgeon. Sponges or suctions the operative site. Cuts suture material as directed by the surgeon. Maintains highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure. Prepares and passes off specimen(s) as appropriate.Postoperative Duties: Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization. Assists other members of the team with cleaning of room. Assist with postmortem care of the donor. Participates in debriefing and quality improvement practices to ensure quality patient care. Maintains stocking and preparation of supplies for organ recovery.Import: Assumes responsibility for all aspects of importing an organ into LifeNet Health's service area. This includes all air and ground transportation to get transplant teams and LifeNet Health staff to and from the recovery site and flying with surgeons when needed.Perfusion: Assumes responsibility of operating the kidney perfusion machines and maintaining accurate clinical preservation records. Places kidney(s) on pump, monitors pump numbers and delivers to transplant centers for transplant and suture biopsy sites.Clinical Documentation: Document all clinical and logistical information for all donor referrals/donors timely and accurately and in compliance with all internal and external regulatory standards.Packaging: Assisting with packaging for transplant centers for living donor kidney recoveries as needed
What you'll bring (Minimum Requirements):High school Diploma or GED; Associate Degree in Health Care or related field preferredValid Driver's LicenseCertified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA)1 year scrub tech experience OR 2 years organ procurement Organization (OPO) experience
These would be nice too (Knowledge Skills and Abilities):Communication: Written, verbal and presentation; ability to engage, inspire and influence people.Time Management: Able to prioritize multiple, competing priorities and manage time/workload. Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize and juggle multiple time sensitive projects, multi-task, identify project interdependencies and potential risks/pitfalls. Attention to detail: Able to perform tasks thoroughly and with care; checks work to ensure high degree of accuracy/completeness and early/on-time delivery.Continuous Improvement: Ability to promote continuous improvement throughout all departments.Proficient in MS Office: PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, Microsoft Suite.
Why work at LifeNet Health?
We have a fierce drive for our mission of Saving Lives, Restoring Health, and Giving Hope. You won't find another company with a culture as strong as ours.403(b) and Pension PlanMedical, dental, and vision coverageCorporate sponsored events (Chili Cook-Off, 5K, Celebration of Life Gala, and many more!)Work-life balance with generous paid time offTuition reimbursementPersonal career and skill development opportunitiesWellness ProgramFood Truck Thursday (at participating locations)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Dedicated and passionate co-workers
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Surgical Technician/Import Coordinator
Location: Richmond, VA
Department: Transplant & Tissue Services
Job Type: Full-Time
Shift: Variable
LifeNet Health is searching for talented individuals who will embrace our mission of saving lives, restoring health, and giving hope.
LifeNet Health, headquartered in Virginia Beach, Virginia, is the largest nonprofit organ procurement organization ("OPO") and tissue processor in the United States, as well as a leading innovator in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. Our goal is to improve the quality of human life through the provision of organs, tissues and cells for transplantation; to provide innovation in the fields of bio-implants, regenerative medicine and research; and, to serve the community with educational and support services that enhance the donation process. LifeNet Health has over 1200 employees and has a growing global presence.
How you will contribute to LifeNet Health's success:
The Surgical Technician/Import Coordinator position handles the surgical scrub role, and the import organ offers from transplant centers. You will anticipate the needs of the surgeon and will be responsible for the support needed involving instruments, supplies, and equipment during the surgical procedure. The role ensures quality patient care during the operative procedure and is responsible for constant vigil for maintenance of the sterile field. This role will also be responsible for arranging transportation (ground and air) for the Organ Recovery Coordinator, recovering surgeon and/or just the organ. You will also handle Kidney Perfusion of imported and/or locally recovered kidneys. This position will also be responsible for flyouts which include flying with surgeons for organs when needed with the expectation of exhibiting performance in a manner that exemplifies the mission, attributes, and values of LifeNet Health.
What you'll do:
Preoperative Duties: Donning Organ Recovery (OR) attire and personal protective equipment (PPE). Gathers, checks, and opens supplies and equipment needed for the surgical procedure. Performs the surgical scrub, and donning gown and gloves. Sets up the sterile back table and Mayo stand with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications/solutions needed for the procedure. Assists the team members with gowning and gloving. Assists with draping the patient and establishing the sterile field. Participates in the surgical site and patient verification during the time out procedure. Secures tubing, cords, and other sterile accessories.Intraoperative Duties: Prepares and anticipates additional instrumentation, equipment, and supplies for usage during the procedure. Anticipates the needs of the surgeon by passing instruments and supplies to surgeon during procedure. Measures and passes medications, hemostatic agents and irrigation solutions utilized during the surgical procedure. Holds retractors or instruments as directed by the surgeon. Sponges or suctions the operative site. Cuts suture material as directed by the surgeon. Maintains highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure. Prepares and passes off specimen(s) as appropriate.Postoperative Duties: Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization. Assists other members of the team with cleaning of room. Assist with postmortem care of the donor. Participates in debriefing and quality improvement practices to ensure quality patient care. Maintains stocking and preparation of supplies for organ recovery.Import: Assumes responsibility for all aspects of importing an organ into LifeNet Health's service area. This includes all air and ground transportation to get transplant teams and LifeNet Health staff to and from the recovery site and flying with surgeons when needed.Perfusion: Assumes responsibility of operating the kidney perfusion machines and maintaining accurate clinical preservation records. Places kidney(s) on pump, monitors pump numbers and delivers to transplant centers for transplant and suture biopsy sites.Clinical Documentation: Document all clinical and logistical information for all donor referrals/donors timely and accurately and in compliance with all internal and external regulatory standards.Packaging: Assisting with packaging for transplant centers for living donor kidney recoveries as needed
What you'll bring (Minimum Requirements):High school Diploma or GED; Associate Degree in Health Care or related field preferredValid Driver's LicenseCertified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA)1 year scrub tech experience OR 2 years organ procurement Organization (OPO) experience
These would be nice too (Knowledge Skills and Abilities):Communication: Written, verbal and presentation; ability to engage, inspire and influence people.Time Management: Able to prioritize multiple, competing priorities and manage time/workload. Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize and juggle multiple time sensitive projects, multi-task, identify project interdependencies and potential risks/pitfalls. Attention to detail: Able to perform tasks thoroughly and with care; checks work to ensure high degree of accuracy/completeness and early/on-time delivery.Continuous Improvement: Ability to promote continuous improvement throughout all departments.Proficient in MS Office: PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, Microsoft Suite.
Why work at LifeNet Health?
We have a fierce drive for our mission of Saving Lives, Restoring Health, and Giving Hope. You won't find another company with a culture as strong as ours.403(b) and Pension PlanMedical, dental, and vision coverageCorporate sponsored events (Chili Cook-Off, 5K, Celebration of Life Gala, and many more!)Work-life balance with generous paid time offTuition reimbursementPersonal career and skill development opportunitiesWellness ProgramFood Truck Thursday (at participating locations)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Dedicated and passionate co-workers
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
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About LifeNet Health
LifeNet Health, headquartered in Virginia Beach, Virginia, is the largest nonprofit organ procurement organization (“OPO”) and tissue bank in the United States, as well as a leading innovator in transplantation research and regenerative medicine. LifeNet holds the longest running current accreditation by the American Association of Tissue Banks (AATB). Its goal is to improve the quality of human life through the provision of organs and tissues for transplantation, as well as innovation in the fields of bio-implants and regenerative medicine, and to serve the community with educational and support services that enhance the donation process.
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